How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Kirkwood?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Kirkwood market averaged 467 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 3% from a year earlier and up 30% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Kirkwood?

An average Kirkwood listing earns $37K/year. High-performing listings earn $75K, while low-performing listings earn $21K.

How much does it cost to buy an Airbnb or VRBO property in Kirkwood?

Median Kirkwood home prices by size are 1-bedroom $244K, 2-bedroom $341K, 3-bedroom $461K, and 4+ bedroom $545K.

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in Kirkwood?

Average occupancy in Kirkwood is 27%, producing RevPAR of $84 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in Kirkwood?

Rules vary across Kirkwood. South Lake Tahoe: Strict. Permit required, owner-occupancy mandate for most zones, strict density caps by neighborhood. Active enforcement with significant fines and permit revocations. City aggressively monitors platforms. Kirkwood: Lenient. Part of Alpine County with minimal STR regulations. No specific permits beyond TOT registration. Light enforcement in mountain community. Placerville: Moderate. Business license and TOT required, conditional use permit in residential zones. Standard enforcement through complaints and periodic audits. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the Kirkwood Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The Kirkwood Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has grown 3% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 10%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Kirkwood?

RevPAR is highest in July and February; it is lowest in October and November.

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Kirkwood?

The most common amenities are Internet (97%), Heating (96%), Parking (96%). The strongest positive revenue associations are TV (+36%), Internet (+31%), Pool (+30%).

What is the average nightly rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Kirkwood?

Average daily rate in Kirkwood is $348, up 13% year-over-year. Rates peak in February and are lowest in October.

How far in advance do guests book Airbnb and VRBO stays in Kirkwood?

Guests in Kirkwood book an average of 35 days in advance, up 3% from last year. Booking windows range from 29 days for 1-bedroom listings to 42 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Which days of the week perform best for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Kirkwood?

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 76% higher than weekday occupancy.

How is gross yield calculated?

For each eligible home, annual room-revenue potential is divided by a ZIP- and bedroom-matched home-value estimate. Groups show the median of those yields. Cleaning income is excluded. Gross yield is before expenses and financing.

Kirkwood, CA

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Annual revenue (actual)

$54k

12 mo avg

↑5%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

33%

12 mo avg

↑1%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$400

12 mo avg

↑4%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

11.5%

Current potential

↑0.2 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

38 days

12 mo avg

↑1 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$121

12 mo avg

↑4%

from prior 12 mo

Kirkwood Airbnb market summary

Compare Airbnb neighborhoods in Kirkwood, CA

Ranked by median gross yield across eligible homes. Each home’s annual room-revenue potential is compared with its ZIP- and bedroom-matched value, before expenses.

Neighborhood	Revenue (potential)	Gross yield
West Point	$30.2K 6 listings	13.8% 6 listings
Markleeville & Hope Valley	$51.8K 11 listings	11.5% 11 listings
Pioneer	$40.1K 38 listings	11.5% 38 listings
Sutter Creek & Jackson	$44.2K 35 listings	10.7% 35 listings
Fair Play & Somerset	$47.4K 11 listings	10.4% 11 listings

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Data as of 2026-10-06

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